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COSTA RICA

Rainforests, exotic wildlife, endless beaches and friendly people, this Spanish speaking destination will give you a chance to enjoy “la purda vida” or “the pure life.”


Situated between Nicaragua and Panama, Costa Rica or “rich coast” is one of the most biodiverse countries in the world with many rainforests, natural parks and reserves, as well as the highest standard of living in Central America.

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PROGRAMMES AVAILABLE

PROGRAMMES AVAILABLE

2 MONTHS
Departure in February and July

3 MONTHS
Departure in February and July

SEMESTER
Departures in February and July

ACADEMIC YEAR
Departure in February
and July

  • Population: 5 million

  • Capital: San José

  • It is one of the most biodiverse countries in the world

  • Costa Rica has been ranked as one of the happiest countries in the world

COSTA RICA FACTS

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QUESTIONS?

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QUICK FACTS

QUICK FACTS

  • All durations - departures in February and July

COSTA RICA PRICING:

PRICING

* Programme pricing is valid for departures from April 2025 up to and including January 2026. Application fee of $250 when applying. Price Guarantee: We reserve the right to increase the prices at any time, but once you have been accepted to the programme and have paid your $1,500 deposit you will secure the published price and be exempt from any subsequent increases.

Programme fee
includes

  • Return-trip economy flights with recognised airlines departing from Auckland to final destination.

  • Comprehensive insurance while on your exchange.

  • Pre-departure orientation meeting prior to departure for all students and parents.

  • Host family and high school placement.   

  • Meet and Greet at final airport with transfer to your host family. Please note that in an additional surcharge may be applied. We reserve the right to apply a flight surcharge should availability at time of booking cause flight costs to be higher than expected. (We have specific flight dates for each destination. You may fly outside of these dates but additional costs will apply.)

  • Full professional support both in New Zealand and abroad.

  • Preparation materials.

  • Advice from Returnees. 

  • 24-hour emergency phone support.

Programme fee does
not include

  • Passport and visa costs. 

  • Pocket money (approx. 500NZD per month).

  • School set up costs. Varies per destination but may include transport, uniform and school books. 

  • Transport to Auckland for departure.

  • Optional Tours and Travel Expenses. 

  • Any documents that require official Notarising or Apostilling. 

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